Russell Wilson began this season as the New York Giants’ starter behind center. Having been replaced by rookie first-round draft pick Jaxson Dart three weeks in, he’s been waiting for his chance to operate Big Blue’s offense again.
He won’t get it this week against the Green Bay Packers. Not to start out, anyway. Fellow veteran Jameis Winston will get the interim head coach Mike Kafka’s nod, leaving Wilson to continue to bide his time.
“I know what I’m capable of. I think I showed that in Dallas, obviously,” Wilson said. “I’m just looking forward to having the rest of a great day today. I say that because that’s how I’ve always been. In the midst of amazing moments, I’ve always been about the moment right now. And it’s tough times right now. And it’s really just the faith part of me.”
Wilson threw for 450 yards, three touchdowns and an interception against the Cowboys in Week 2. However, the Giants lost 40-37 and fell to 0-3 after a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs the next week, prompting the now-fired Brian Daboll to make a change.
Wilson, ever the optimist, won’t let the uncertainty of waiting bring him down.
“I know what I’m capable of,” Wilson reiterated. “I know how great I am. I know what I’ve done. I know a couple games here and there haven’t gone our way, but I’m just excited for the next opportunity to step between the white lines. That’s how I’ve always been.”